Real Wedding: Tommy and Joe (A sneak peek)
We are still waiting on getting all the pictures from Tommy and Joe’s wedding at the Lodge at Little Seneca Creek from earlier this month. But we wanted to share a sneak peek with you. Tommy and Joe were one of our favorite couples to work with. Their love and commitment to each other was so strong and present that there was not a dry eye during their ceremony, including our own. We’ll give you a full run down of all the vendors and DIY details (and there were a TON) when we get all the pictures back, but for now, enjoy a few of our favorites.
All photos taken by the very talented and super sweet Natalie Franke.
Real Weddings: Shauna and John
You may remember Shauna and John from their beautiful engagement photos we posted a few months ago. Their wedding last month at DAR was one of those truly wonderful weddings where everyone there can just feel how in love and happy the couple is. Aren’t those the best kind of weddings? They make us remember why we love weddings so much in the first place. Their love and happiness was perfectly captured by the very talented Punam Bean. Punam’s second shooter was Krystle Correll, friend of e&k events. It was great to finally meet her in real life! Check out the serious eye candy below:
You wouldn’t believe how much work we did to set up these next two photos. But I think the sore backs and burnt fingers were totally worth it because these are the most swoon worthy photos I’ve ever seen!
Congratulations Shauna and John! We loved being a part of your special day!
Vendors:
Caterer: Occasions
Ceremony: St. Patrick Catholic Church
Reception: Daughters of the American Revolution
Florist: Growing Wild Floral Company
Hair & Makeup: Lou Stevens “Glam Squad”
Photographer: Punam Bean
DIY 4th of July
We love these DIY 4th of July party enhancements from Twig & Thistle. Check out the instructions and templates below.
What You’ll Need:
8.5 x 11″ 80lb white card stock (like this from Paper-Source)
8.5 x 11″ 80lb white text paper (like this from Paper-Source)
Color Printer
Paper Cutter
Double Sided Tape
Ruler
Standard Hole Punch
Sparklers
Straws
Matchbooks (found at my local grocery store)
Instructions:
1. Download the Matchbook and Straw Tags Template and print onto white text paper. Download the Sparkler Card Template and print onto white card stock. Print using the highest quality settings on your color printer to ensure that the patterns and text are clear.
2. Trim out all the shapes using scissors or a sharp blade and making sure to trim off all the black edges. Use a standard hole punch and punch where indicated to allow the straws to be thread through. Carefully trim out the small rectangles in the Sparkler Holders to weave the sparklers through.
3. Secure the wrap around the matchbooks with double sided tape, making sure not to cover up the striker strip. Crease the edges with your fingers or using a bone folder so that they are crisp. Thread the straw through the holes and position towards the top of the straw. Thread the sparklers through the slots.
Butterfly Bridal Shower
When we saw pictures of a Bridal Shower hosted by one of our favorite photographers, Krystle Correll, we just had to share! Check out the butterfly and asian inspired soiree below.
Love the Butteryfly Straws? Click here for the DIY how to we posted earlier this month. Love to see our DIY ideas come to life!
And make sure to check out Krystle’s website for even more of her beautiful pictures!
1 Year Ago on Sunday…
I got married! June 20th, 2009 was a magical day filled with amazing memories. I can’t belive a year has gone by! As I write this post, I am looking back at some of our candid wedding shots and wow did we have a good time! If I can give one piece of advice for your wedding day, and I know it sounds cliche, enjoy every minute of it. Smile, laugh and dance your heart out.
Ok, enough of the sappy stuff…the real point of this post is to provide some 1 year anniversary ideas. I was at first very stressed about coming up with the ‘perfect’ gift, but once I took the pressure off of myself, I started to enjoy looking for clever present ideas. Some are sillier than others, but keep in mind that paper is the traditional gift for first anniversaries.
Funny (click to see inside of card)…
Washington’s Weekend Wedding Round Up
Here’s what’s going on in the district for brides-to-be this weekend:
Friday, June 11
Betsy Robinson’s Bridal (1848 Reisterstown Rd., Baltimore; 410-484-4600) hosts a trunk show featuring dresses by James Clifford today through June 13. Clifford will make a special appearance on Friday and Saturday afternoons to discuss his classic designs with silk, satin, and lace flourishes. 9 to 5.
Blush Bridal Boutique holds a dress sale today through June 13. All off-the-rack bridesmaid dress go for $59 each, and sample wedding gowns are 25 to 75 percent off. Cocktail dress are also $59 each, $99 for two. Walk-ins welcome, but appointments recommended. Call 703-753-8303 to schedule. Store hours are Friday and Saturday 10 to 6, Sunday noon to 4.
Chevy Chase Bridal (Mazza Gallerie, 300 Wisconsin Avenue, NW; 202-363-9301) has a busy weekend: Today through June 13, the shop hosts a Simone Carvalli trunk show. On Sunday, it holds a vendor event featuring hair and makeup professionals from Bridal Hair by Remona and Made Up Art, who will provide consultations. Enjoy complimentary Champagne and cake samples from Fancy Cakes by Leslie. Attendees will also receive a goodie bag from the Four Seasons Hotel. Free; 1 to 4.
Saturday, June 12
Licensed marriage and family therapist Erin Morey leads “Prepare for a Lifetime,” a class to help nearly and newly wed couples learn the importance of good communication skills, balancing priorities, and financial goals. The class takes place at Morey’s office (1313 Vincent Pl., McLean; 240-565-5264)]. Light refreshments and snacks will be served. $200 per couple. Register online here.
Sunday, June 13
Head to a free bridal showcase at the Marriott Suites Washington Dulles to consult with area wedding experts and vendors. Enjoy cake tastings, a bridal fashion show, and a raffle with prizes including a weekend massage getaway for two and a set of crystal Champagne flutes from Tiffany. RSVP to trei.laizure@marriott.com to secure a spot. Free; 3 to 6.
The newly opened Continental Event Center holds a complimentary bridal open house featuring dishes by Helga’s Caterers. Take a tour of the 11,000-square-foot facility, sample cakes from Cakes by Happy Eatery, and consult with two photographers and a videographer. The venue is offering $1,000 off a grand-ballroom rental made in the next 30 days for an event of 160 guests or more. Those with smaller events can still save: Get $500 off events with 150 guests or fewer. To RSVP, e-mail jim@thecontinentalcenter.com or call 571-208-1208.
In the market for a different sort of wedding cake? Check out the free tasting at the CheeseCake Garden. Arrange your private tasting to enjoy up to three flavors, including raspberry swirl, orange creamsicle, and Key lime. Call 703-994-2422.
For anyone who’s still hungry, Custom Cake Designs holds a tasting in its wedding-cake showroom, which includes more than 70 cake displays. A videographer, photographer, florist, wedding planner, and makeup artist will be on hand to offer consultations. Noon to 4.
